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EYFS Class Teacher - Full Time - Full-time

Long Mead Community Primary School, Tonbridge

  • Ref:KCC886-2662-96T
  • Posted:07/05/2024
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:September 2024
  • App Close Date:02/06/2024 at 17:00
  • Interviews:Week of 10th June

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Are you an enthusiastic, creative and dedicated teacher? Are you passionate about children’s learning? Do you want to make a difference to children’s lives and that of their families? Then, look no further than Long Mead Community Primary School in Tonbridge, Kent.

Long Mead is a small, nurturing and happy school which puts well-being at the heart of everything we do – for both staff and children. We believe that education should transform lives, inspire our children to be the best possible version of themselves and give them aspirations for the future. If you want to be part of something extraordinary, join us.

We are seeking an outstanding individual to teach our small Reception class, starting in September 2024. We are looking for a dedicated team player who is committed to innovation and collaboration: someone who ensures that all children have access to a broad, exciting and challenging learning experience which is tailored to their needs and interests.

What we can offer you:

  • a welcoming and friendly school
  • the opportunity to work in a highly motivated team
  • a team that is committed to making a difference to every child
  • ongoing professional development including ECT mentoring
  • opportunity to develop your subject leadership

We welcome applications from both ECTs and more experienced teachers. If you are an ECT we offer experienced mentors who will support you in your development to become an outstanding practitioner. If you are more experienced, we offer a commitment to your own professional development.

We would actively encourage you to come and visit Long Mead to get a feel of our school community in person - please arrange this via the school office on 01732 350601 or email office@long-mead.kent.sch.uk. Alternatively, you may like to chat on the phone or on a Teams call to discuss the position further – please contact us, we are happy to help.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to a check from the Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references.

An online check will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates in accordance with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please also note we will be completing an online search of your name as part of safer recruitment checks, this will include Google and social media sites.

Information about the school

Long Mead Community Primary School is situated in Tonbridge. Its attractive site has a large playing field and playgrounds and is surrounded by woodlands yet close to the town. Forest School Studies are offered on site as part of our curriculum using our wonderful grounds and our own trained member of staff.

We have one of the few integral nursery schools in Kent enabling all children to benefit by being part of the school community from the age of three. Our classrooms are large and airy and we have a dedicated art room, computer suite, science lab and well stocked library, as well as several breakout spaces for small group work. The school is very proud of its attitude to sports and being physically active. We start each day with the daily mile and actively engages in many tournaments and festivals.

We are a happy, caring and supportive school with high standards. We are committed and passionate in changing life opportunities for our children through an exciting and enriched curriculum. Through our values of respect, responsibility, resilience, kindness, teamwork and excellence, Long Mead promotes, in partnership with all parents, an environment where every child is able to fulfil their potential.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Mrs Karen Follows
  • Address:Long Mead Community Primary School, Waveney Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN10 3JU
  • Telephone: (01732) 350601
  • Email: office@long-mead.kent.sch.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.